Orolu Olayinka Olamide, a seasoned professional with expertise in launching innovative products, has played a role in advancing Africa’s technology industry. His impressive contributions to Bolt Technologies, Europe’s leading mobility platform, have been instrumental in driving innovation across the continent.
Olayinka’s springboard to his professional journey began with his academic background in Geophysics from the University of Lagos, where his passion for innovation and entrepreneurship began and led him to pursue a career that combines his expertise in data science with business activities.
At Bolt Technologies, Olayinka held roles of increasing responsibility, starting as Operations and Strategy Specialist for international markets and expansions, before moving on to take on his current role as Expansions Specialist. His excellent strategic thinking and keen market insights have shaped market expansion strategies, optimized pricing structures and improved operational efficiencies in various markets.
As Expansions Specialist he played a key role in the company’s expansion into regions such as Latin America and South Asia (Paraguay and Thailand), where Bolt emerged as the market leader despite intense competition. His strategic prowess and unwavering dedication paved the way for Bolt’s triumph in these dynamic markets.
Building on this success, Olayinka is playing a critical role in Bolt’s expansion into Africa, introducing Bolt’s innovative products to countries such as Zambia, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Angola. Focused on providing opportunities to more than 300,000 courier drivers and riders, its integrated fleet driver strategies and the creation of customized pricing frameworks have significantly contributed to Bolt’s competitive position in Africa. His commitment to innovation and excellence has turned challenges into opportunities, driving the development of the Bolt and empowering mobility options for millions.
Speaking about his achievements at Bolt, Orolu Olayinka said: “I have been privileged to contribute to the success of Bolt Technologies through my work in expanding the business into various markets. I am proud to be part of a team that has revolutionized the transport industry in Africa and beyond. Looking ahead, I am committed to continuously driving innovation and growth in the technology sector, further driving the digital economy in Africa.”
Beyond his career path, Olayinka is an advocate for increasing data science and technology skills in Africa. He envisions a future where African tech companies are powered by African data scientists and aims to continue contributing to the development of the ecosystem across the continent.
With a proven track record of facilitating business growth through data, Olayinka is poised to accelerate Nigeria’s technology innovation in the coming years. His experience, expertise and vision are invaluable resources for startups and established companies looking to leverage data science for success. The future is bright for this ambitious, forward-thinking professional and the tech community he helps build.